Vienna: Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights - Small Group

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Maria Theresia Denkmal

   Meet your guide directly in front of the big Monument of Maria Theresia. Guide with orange sign. No water, coffee purchase option. Nearest public restroom/toilets are 5 minutes away. With a group limited to just 10 people, enjoy a more intimate experience and personalized attention from your guide, ensuring a unique tour.

   10 minutes here · Admission not included

2. Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna

   The Museum of Fine Arts / Arts History Musuem developed from the art collections of the royal House of Habsburg. The collection of the picture gallery is one of the largest and most important of its kind in the world today. Among the other highlights in the Picture Gallery are its holdings of pictures by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, which are unique worldwide, as well as masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, Raphael, Caravaggio, Velázquez and Italian Baroque painters.

   Pass by without stopping

3. Naturhistorisches Museum Wien

   The Natural History Museum origins date back to the imperial collections of the 18th century. "Dedicated to the kingdom of nature and its exploration", the building, exhibitions and collections form a total work of art with a unique atmosphere.

   Pass by without stopping

4. Ringstrasse

   We cross the Ringstraße. The Ringstraße is a circular grand boulevard that serves as a road around the historic central part of Vienna.

   10 minutes here

5. Burgtor

   Palace gate. When Napoleon came along in 1809, he did serious damage to the city walls. Between 1821-1824 they built a new gate for the Hofburg, which is known as the Burgtor; it is the only remaining gate of the city’s walls.

   Pass by without stopping

6. Heldenplatz

   Historic Heldenplatz (Heros Place), once planned as an extensive imperial forum, is dominated by the monumental equestrian statues of Prince Eugen and Archduke Karl. This spot affords the best view of the Imperial Palace as well as the adjacent Volksgarten.

   10 minutes here

7. Hofburg

   The Imperial Palace, which until 1918 was inhabited by the imperial family houses today the office of the Federal President as well as an important congress centre and numerous art collections.

   Pass by without stopping

8. The Hofburg

   The imperial palace (Hofburg) was originally a castle built in the thirteenth century, which was extended to a splendid residence in accordance with the increasing power of the Habsburgs and the expansion of their realm.

   10 minutes here

9. Gothic Imperial Chapel, where the Vienna Boys’ Choir performs during High Mass on Sunday, is a remnant of the Imperial Palace during the Middle Ages.

   Pass by without stopping

10. Burggarten

    The Hofburg Palace Gardens. The Burggarten, formerly known as the Emperor’s Garden, was created in 1819. It was constructed on top of the foundations of a former fortified compound, the Augustinerschanze.

    10 minutes here

11. Schmetterlinghaus

    The Palm House in the Burggarten. The Butterfly House in the center of the town.

    Pass by without stopping

12. The Graphic Art Collection of the ALBERTINA Museum offers a truly panoramic survey of art: founded in 1776 by Duke Albert of Saxe-Teschen, this collection now contains over one million drawings and prints from the late Gothic to the present. From Michelangelo and Dürer to Rembrandt and Rubens, and from Klimt and Schiele to Picasso on to Richter and Lassnig, the ALBERTINA Museum’s collection affords a rich overview of 600 years of art history. Due to their light-sensitivity, the museum’s masterpieces cannot be put on permanent display. For this reason, we show you these works in accordance with strict conservation standards as part of our special exhibitions.

    Pass by without stopping

13. Wiener Staatsoper

    One of the most famous and fascinating Opera houses in the world.

    10 minutes here · Admission not included

14. Austrian National Library

    See the Augustinerkirche and baroque State Hall of Austrian National Library. One of the most important Libraries in the world and Redoutensäle at Joseph square.

    5 minutes here · Admission not included

15. Spanish Riding School

    Stallburg. Horse Stables of the elegant white Lipizzans.

    10 minutes here · Admission not included

16. St. Michael's Church

    St. Michael’s Church dates back to year 1220.

    Pass by without stopping

17. Graben and Kohlmarkt

    Kohlmarkt and Graben as the most exclusive shopping miles in Vienna.

    15 minutes here

18. Peterskirche

    The beautiful 300 year old catholic church. Famous for its amazing classical concerts.

    Pass by without stopping

19. Stephansdom

    The heart of the city. Saint Stephans Cathedral

    10 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Group size

Up to 4 travelers per booking

Operated by

Maria Tours Live

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• This tour/activity is limited to 12 people or fewer
• Please keep in mind our tour does not visit inside of any museums
• Not suitable for People with mobility impairments Wheelchair users
• Not suitable for use with baby strollers
• Not allowed Luggage or large bags
• Not allowed Audio recording
• The tour includes stairs/steps
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Not recommend for travelers with walking disorders

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